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Dec 30 2025WEATHER

St. Cloud's Snowy December: A Winter Wonderland

St. Cloud has seen a lot of snow this December. The National Weather Service reports that the city has already received 15. 7 inches of snow. This is way more than usual for this time of year. Normally, St. Cloud gets about 8. 7 inches of snow in December. So, they are already 7 inches above average

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Dec 30 2025CELEBRITIES

Denim Reinvented: How Celebrities Made Jeans Exciting Again

Denim is not new. It has been around for a long time. But in 2025, celebrities showed that it can still be exciting. They wore jeans in many different ways. Some were tight. Some were loose. Some had patches. Others had drawstrings. This made denim look fresh and new. One popular trend was cuffed j

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

The Power of Words: How Affordability Reshaped the 2025 Elections

In 2025, a single word changed the game in politics. That word was "affordability. " It wasn't just a buzzword. It became a powerful tool that shifted how people thought about their lives and their votes. For years, politicians talked about the economy. They threw around numbers like GDP and job gr

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Dec 30 2025HEALTH

Long-Term Effects of Terrorism: How Parents' Mental Health Affects Their Kids

A recent study looked at how terrorism can shape a family's future. It focused on parents who went through a terrorist attack and their kids, who were children at the time. The study wanted to see if the parents' mental health struggles after the attack had any long-term effects on their kids. The

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Dec 30 2025POLITICS

How Trump's Policies Slowed Crime in America

Crime rates in the U. S. have dropped significantly since January 2025. Murders fell by nearly 20%, and violent crimes decreased by over 10%. Property crimes also saw a decline of more than 12%, according to data from the FBI and other sources. Trump's administration has taken several steps to addr

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

A New Chapter in Cambodia and Thailand's Border Dispute

In a move to calm tensions, Cambodia and Thailand's foreign ministers met with China's foreign minister in a province near the disputed border. This meeting happened just two days after both countries signed a new ceasefire agreement. The fighting had been going on for weeks, killing over 100 people

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

A New Hope for Peace: Thailand and Cambodia Take Steps to End Border Conflict

Thailand and Cambodia are taking steps to rebuild trust and solidify a ceasefire after weeks of violent clashes. This comes after a meeting in China, where both countries agreed to work together to prevent future conflicts. The fighting, which started early this month, has been going on for weeks.

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Dec 28 2025OPINION

Maine's Health Care: Time for Real Solutions

Health care in Maine is in a tough spot. People are struggling to pay for insurance and medical care. This is not just a problem for individuals, but for the whole state. Many Mainers are facing big bills and tough choices. A registered nurse and health insurance expert has seen firsthand how hard

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Dec 28 2025WEATHER

Weather Chaos: U. S. Braces for Winter Storm Amid Holiday Travel Rush

A strong winter storm is making its way across the U. S. , bringing a mix of snow, ice, and severe weather. This storm, driven by a powerful cyclone, is causing quite a stir, especially during a busy travel week. In the Upper Midwest, the National Weather Service has issued warnings about whiteout

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Dec 28 2025HEALTH

Unraveling the Link: Eating Disorders and Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Eating disorders are a serious concern for people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). But what comes first? Does IBD lead to eating disorders, or do eating disorders make IBD worse? It's a tricky question. A recent study tried to find out how common eating disorders are in people with IBD. First

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